In the last 14 years, there has been an increase of more than 150% in the number of hospitalizations due to heart attacks in Brazil, according to a study carried out by the National Institute of Cardiology (INC) based on data from the Ministry of Health.
In the case of men, there was a 158% increase in the monthly average from 5,282 in 2008 to 13,645 in 2022. Among women, the average rose from 1,930 to 4,973, an increase of 157%.
The research considers information from the Hospital Admission System, which is maintained by Datasus, an entity linked to the Ministry of Health.
Thus, the report includes all individuals in Brazil who are cared for by the Unified Health System (SUS), both in public hospitals and in private hospitals with partnership agreements.
About 70% to 75% of all patients in the country are represented by this.
Fulminant heart attack: a sudden interruption of blood flow
In general, a fulminant heart attack occurs due to the formation of a thrombus that blocks the arteries, causing a sudden and strong interruption of blood flow.
The elements that increase the risk are related to a less active and less healthy lifestyle in terms of eating and sleeping habits. Men are more likely to suffer a heart attack than women.
The tests that help the patient to control and avoid blockage of the arteries are those that evaluate cholesterol and blood glucose levels, mainly, and should be carried out regularly during check-ups.
Cardiovascular diseases are the main cause of death among Brazilians. Between 2017 and 2021, 7,368,654 people died for this reason in the country. The information is from Revista Oeste.
